Tag: belly

Below are the details for the first of three specialty classes I have planned for this year! My idea with these classes is to give you the opportunity to really dig deep into one area of study that wouldn’t normally be possible with a regular weekly class.

P.S. Be sure to scroll all the way through to the end of this post for a video of my performance from Tribal Trove!

Graceful arms and hands add a whole new layer of expression to your dancing that “claw hands” fail to deliver!
The main focus of this two-hour specialty class will be on arm patterns that flow naturally, create captivating silhouettes, and add drama to your performance. To achieve this effect there will be conditioning exercises for the arms, hands, and shoulders to allow for full range of movement. Plus exercises that will cultivate awareness of your hands to keep them relaxed while dancing.
Space is limited, secure your spot for this rare opportunity to focus on your arm and hand movements which will immediately enhance your dancing!

I am super thrilled to announce that this coming Tuesday will be the debut performance of my new project, The Bardot Treasury! This is the title I will be using whenever I am presenting a group concept piece which will feature a range of dancers and include improvisation, choreography, or both! Performing with me at Underground Nomads as part of The Bardot Treasury this next Tuesday, March 29th will be Laura Elizabeth and Amina Zareh!
This week’s Underground Nomads is a 5th Tuesday Benefit show for Refugee Transitions! This means you can feel extra great knowing that you are supporting local artists with your attendance AND donating to a fantastic cause with the $5-10 suggested donation at the door!

I adore pretty much everything about Renaissance Faires and am super excited to once again be performing with Seraphim Arabesque Ensemble as a soloists and core troupe member! Please come spend a weekend with us and be sure to walk all the way to the end of faire to see the bellydance performances at the Trader’s stage! I will be posting exact showtimes the Thursday or Friday before each weekend on my bellydance Facebook page at www.facebook.com/shantibellydance

Improvisational Wednesdays is a fantastic showcase that happens every month in Northridge! The show is entirely improvised, there’s live music that’s created right there as you’re watching the dancer perform! It’s truly magical! I will be performing as a soloists along with many other great performers in the April showcase!

Laybacks, or very deep backbends, can be both elegant and quite dramatic when done correctly. In this workshop Shanti will be explaining the how-to of a relaxed, fully extended layback through the use of gentle yoga and dance conditioning.
We will then practice our layback technique within a short combo which can be integrated into your own choreography or improvisation.
Discussion of increasing flexibility with stability and how to care for you spine post backbend will also be included.
Difficulty/What to bring: All levels welcome, some experience with bellydance, yoga or both recommended. Please bring a yoga mat and yoga blanket or towel.

3:00 – 5:00pmSoloing as an ATS Dancer – $45 ($47 if using PayPal)

Branching out as soloists can be an overwhelming experience and this workshop is all about how to make that transition easy and fun! Plus, working on your solo technique can lead to becoming a stronger team member in group performances!
The main focus of this workshop will be on using ATS vocabulary as a base for creating your own combos to use in choreographies, home practice and solo improvisation. We will also be working on how to craft a dynamic performance that features your strengths, keeps an audience engaged and allows for “breathing time” so that you can enjoy your own performance!
Difficulty/what to bring: Some experience with bellydance recommended. Please bring a pen and paper.

SPACE IS LIMITED!!!
Purchase both workshops in advance for $80! ($83 if using PayPal)